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Downtown Raleigh Alliance Praises Individuals Who Make Raleigh Great

RALEIGH, NC (February 22, 2016) – The Downtown Raleigh Alliance (DRA) is proud to recognize nine individuals who have gone above and beyond to live the mission of the DRA by helping to improve downtown Raleigh’s quality of life and supporting its continued economic success.

The Downtown Advocate Award: Johnny Byrd and Drew Sanderson

Mr. Byrd and Mr. Sanderson work for the Parks and Recreation Department of the City of Raleigh and provide operational support for all of the DRA’s outdoor events.

The Downtown Ambassador Award: Darelle D. Patterson

Mr. Patterson has worked as an ambassador since 2010. In that time he has demonstrated a professional and positive working attitude and always has a friendly smile to anyone who sees him during his patrol.

The Downtown Distinguished Leadership Award: Roger Krupa

Mr. Krupa is now enjoying retirement after 36 years working with the city of Raleigh. Without him, staples of the downtown area like the Red Hat Amphitheater and the Duke Energy Performing Arts Center would never have become a reality. He also worked to bring in popular events like the World of Bluegrass festival.

Bida Manda opened its doors in 2012 near Moore Square and has quickly become one of the most popular restaurants in the region.

The Downtown Resident Award: Joanne Malouf

Ms. Malouf has lived in downtown Raleigh for eight years and owns Nuvonivo, a children’s clothes boutique on Hargett Street. She has advocated for other retail owners to work together and support one another through DRA-sponsored programs.

Sponsors:

We would like to thank our sponsors for their support in the 2016 Annual Meeting: